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Ayana DeGaia, MD, MPH, is an obstetrician-gynecologist specializing in pregnancy and birth, gynecologic surgery, abortion provision, and gender-affirming LGBTQI+ care. She has a particular interest in interventions to improve birth outcomes for Black birthing people and is focused on reforms within pregnancy-care systems that center on Black communities. Dr. DeGaia emphasizes the importance of listening to her patients' concerns and reviewing appropriate treatment options while working in a team to provide high-quality care based on specific values and circumstances. She is particularly skilled in providing supportive non-coercive birth attendance, especially for those navigating trauma, fear, bias, and mistrust in the healthcare system. With significant experience in caring for LGBTQI+ individuals, Dr. DeGaia is dedicated to providing gender-affirming care. She is also passionate about gynecologic surgery, particularly in increasing access to advanced minimally invasive robotic surgeries for underserved populations. In her free time, she enjoys good food, music, dance, gardening, and spending quality time with friends, family, and her partner.
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